Community announcements

Announcements from and for the global disaster risk reduction community.

This is your space to stay informed and engage with the global disaster risk reduction (DRR) community. Here, we share important updates, calls to action, and collaborative opportunities for professionals, organizations, and experts dedicated to reducing disaster risks.

Whether you're contributing insights, participating in events, or submitting your own initiatives, your involvement is key to driving meaningful progress in DRR. Explore opportunities to connect, learn, and take action to help build a more resilient world.

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Community announcement

6 February 2024

Call for submissions to recognize women-led solutions in drought resilience

UNCCD and FAO are collaborating in a joint initiative to identify the most innovative and effective women-led initiatives that exemplify the essential role played by women in sustainable land management in drought-prone locations and regions.

United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)

Community announcement

30 January 2024

AJEM call for papers: Gender diversity and inclusion

The Australian Journal of Emergency Management (AJEM) is seeking article submissions for its 2024 themed edition on Gender Diversity and Inclusion. This special edition is part of a broader collaboration with Gender and Disaster Australia.

Australian Journal of Emergency Management (AIDR)

Community announcement

8 January 2024

CDRI Fellowship Programme 2024-25

The Fellowship provides financial support, peer learning and capacity development opportunities to promote transformative, actionable and scalable solutions for real world issues related to disaster resilience of infrastructure.

Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure

Community announcement

20 December 2023

NOAA seeks applications for 2024 urban heat island initiative

NOAA’s National Integrated Heat Health Information System, in partnership with CAPA Strategies LLCoffsite link, is now accepting applications from organizations interested in participating in the 2024 Urban Heat Island (UHI) mapping campaign program.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Community announcement

12 December 2023

CLIMAAX open call for regions and communities to implement the CLIMAAX methodological framework

The CLIMAAX consortium is launching the 1st open call for regions and communities to select those that will implement the CLIMAAX methodological framework and the supporting CRA toolbox to carry out their regional and local multi-risk assessments.

CLIMAAX

Community announcement

29 November 2023

Call for nominations to renew the Scientific Committee of the Integrated Research on Disaster Risk (IRDR) Programme – deadline: 15 January

In light of the start of IRDR Phase II, the ISC and UNDRR are seeking nominations for candidates interested to serve on the IRDR Scientific Committee (SC) to guide the programme.

International Science Council (ISC)

Community announcement

27 November 2023

Call for papers: Emerging technologies and innovations in disaster risk reduction

Emerging technologies play a crucial role in enhancing disaster risk reduction (DRR).

Progress in Disaster Science (Elsevier)

Community announcement

16 November 2023

Launch of new REAP paper for consultation: The roles of state and non-state actors in early warning and early action

The Early Warning Initiatives Working Group of REAP, co-led by Practical Action and the UK Met Office has launched its draft paper for consultation on the Roles of State and Non-State Actors in Early Warning and Early Action.

Risk-informed Early Action Partnership (REAP)

Community announcement

31 October 2023

Nominate an intervention for the 2024 award

The Averted Disaster Award aims to recognize successful interventions implemented worldwide that help ensure society continues to function, thrive, and recover quickly in the face of disaster.

Averted Disaster Award (ADA)

Community announcement

20 October 2023

Call for applications: YouthADAPT Challenge 2023: empowering Africa’s female tech innovators to tackle climate change

The third edition of the YouthADAPT Challenge is ready to receive applications. The Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program-led initiative seeks to support young entrepreneurs driving solutions to tackle climate change.

African Development Bank

Global Center on Adaptation